JANUARY in ANNAPOLIS
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JoeSquared This THURSDAY 11/13/08
Show starts at 7:30pm - its the dinner show! No Cover, but it'd be nice if you patronized the place since they are so kinda as to want to have me play my original music in their establishment!!
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D.C. show THIS Wednesday (10.29) HOT!
I actually LOVE cold weather, so don't even think it works as an excuse with me.
Sarah Fridrich and my Warm-Blooded Backup Band
busboys and poets.
2021 14th street (1 blk from U Street)
wednesday.
9pm.
$10
http://www.busboysandpoets.com
http://sarahfridrichcalendar.blogspot.com (news, pics, and music)
http://www.sarahfridrich.com (official site)
Sarah Fridrich and my Warm-Blooded Backup Band
busboys and poets.
2021 14th street (1 blk from U Street)
wednesday.
9pm.
$10
http://www.busboysandpoets.com
http://sarahfridrichcalendar.blogspot.com (news, pics, and music)
http://www.sarahfridrich.com (official site)
Here's a snapshot and a nice review by blogger "Prince of Petworth" of a show I got to participate in at BloomBars in the Petworth/Columbia Heights Neighborhood of D.C. this past August.
2 poems
POEM 1: i was just singing
but all they do is small
all they do is droop their heads
ask me for a drink
offer me their insides
but I did not invite them to my yard
sprinkle themselves along my steps
I was just singing
that I do for me
I was glowing with the sun
in quite an ordinary way
like puddles do in potholes
like shovels at the hardware store
like metal on a cadillac
like curtains facing west
what they see is innocent
what they see is in no cent
what they see or feel is
of sweet acceptance
POEM 2:
for something like family
I'm sad that the one I really liked
would ask me back that night
my sister was a voice from love
and what she said was right
so, don't cry those tears as if
a chance was lost
for God or Fate has
given something necessary
and taken what is not
a man in love
a man who knows
without a bit of doubt
If there ever was a witch
I'd ask her for a favor
I'll write the spell
you cast it, for I am superstitious
"And, what for? what for?" she'd ask,
curious but not ignorant
for something like family
for something like mating
for something like a human
for something earthy, like humis
"Oh, but not for love and youth
and spiritual bliss?"
but all they do is small
all they do is droop their heads
ask me for a drink
offer me their insides
but I did not invite them to my yard
sprinkle themselves along my steps
I was just singing
that I do for me
I was glowing with the sun
in quite an ordinary way
like puddles do in potholes
like shovels at the hardware store
like metal on a cadillac
like curtains facing west
what they see is innocent
what they see is in no cent
what they see or feel is
of sweet acceptance
POEM 2:
for something like family
I'm sad that the one I really liked
would ask me back that night
my sister was a voice from love
and what she said was right
so, don't cry those tears as if
a chance was lost
for God or Fate has
given something necessary
and taken what is not
a man in love
a man who knows
without a bit of doubt
If there ever was a witch
I'd ask her for a favor
I'll write the spell
you cast it, for I am superstitious
"And, what for? what for?" she'd ask,
curious but not ignorant
for something like family
for something like mating
for something like a human
for something earthy, like humis
"Oh, but not for love and youth
and spiritual bliss?"
Music Class for Dancers
I'm offering this workshop that I've been thinking about for the last year. I'm delighted to connect my work as a music teacher with my passion as a dancer. Its a little daunting - the logistics of organizing a workshop - but I'm chugging forward. I've posted a text file with some details below. Send me an email at sf.music.group@gmail.com if you want to register!
Music Class for Dancers - 4 Session Fall Workshop
Music Class for Dancers - 4 Session Fall Workshop
Java Mamma's - Tomorrow Aug 28th!
Having just gotten off the bus from New York and Maine, I'll catch my breath today before heading up to Reisterstown, Maryland tomorrow night! I get to see Ash, again, and check out this new exciting open mic at
The Java Mama Coffee House
324 Main Street
Reisterstown, Maryland 21136
that, I think, I heard, was founded by Rob Hinkle of Ilyaimy
The Java Mama Coffee House
324 Main Street
Reisterstown, Maryland 21136
that, I think, I heard, was founded by Rob Hinkle of Ilyaimy
BLUE in Portland, Maine - August 22nd
It couldn't have been a more perfect night in Vacationland. What other city in America can you park your car in a designated bus stop, unload gear, play a 2 hour gig, re-load gear and never get a ticket? The Portland crowd seemed subdued, but attentive, and I was grateful so many friends of friends showed up! Liz tolerated being crammed behind me with her bass and Mike Arciero (electric guitar) and Matt Wunsch (drum set) did a great job backing me up on show of original songs, which they had heard only once! I'm certain that there are a ton of great pics from this show ... just waiting on ya'll to send them! You know who you are!
Thanks again to Aimsel Ponti for reviewing my songs in the Portland Press Herald: The Night is Young: A D.C. singer-songwriter who gives superlatives a workout
Thanks again to Aimsel Ponti for reviewing my songs in the Portland Press Herald: The Night is Young: A D.C. singer-songwriter who gives superlatives a workout
Last Minute Show - D.C. Saturday AUG 2, 2008
I'm opening up for the Makepeace Brothers @ 9pm. $5 donation to help the new community art space & the touring band's gas bill. ________DETAILS:
“From bluegrass to jazz to Brazilian, African, and Celtic, their sounds are as worldly as their messages.” Whether playing for thousands of Jason Mraz’ fans while opening for the platinum selling artist during this spring’s “Music Magic and Make Peace” Tour or performing an intimate party in Toronto, Canada, this acoustic trio rocks the house.
www.myspace.com/makepeacebrothers
BloomBars: Don’t be surprised if you haven’t caught word. BloomBars is Columbia Heights’ new decidedly underground, spontaneous and inspirational space for local and global art, music and film you more than likely haven’t seen or heard. It’s raw. It’s organic, and slowly rising from a seed—offering an opportunity for guests to say, “I watched it grow when it looked like it was going to be a weed.” And did we mention that it’s free? Well, it’d be nice if you threw in a $5 donation to keep the lights on.
Sneak a peak: www.bloombars.com (videos are up).
Suggested Donation: $5 supports the musicians and the performance space
Special guests:
- Ramia Badris, an incredible artist from Iraq (To give her all the attention she deserves, we will open the doors at 7:30pm with music following) http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ramia-Badris-Fine-Art/8144231601
- Howard University's inspirational vocalist Zimm
- Singer songwriter Sara Fridrich
http://www.sarahfridrich.com/
“From bluegrass to jazz to Brazilian, African, and Celtic, their sounds are as worldly as their messages.” Whether playing for thousands of Jason Mraz’ fans while opening for the platinum selling artist during this spring’s “Music Magic and Make Peace” Tour or performing an intimate party in Toronto, Canada, this acoustic trio rocks the house.
www.myspace.com/makepeacebrothers
BloomBars: Don’t be surprised if you haven’t caught word. BloomBars is Columbia Heights’ new decidedly underground, spontaneous and inspirational space for local and global art, music and film you more than likely haven’t seen or heard. It’s raw. It’s organic, and slowly rising from a seed—offering an opportunity for guests to say, “I watched it grow when it looked like it was going to be a weed.” And did we mention that it’s free? Well, it’d be nice if you threw in a $5 donation to keep the lights on.
Sneak a peak: www.bloombars.com (videos are up).
Suggested Donation: $5 supports the musicians and the performance space
Special guests:
- Ramia Badris, an incredible artist from Iraq (To give her all the attention she deserves, we will open the doors at 7:30pm with music following) http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ramia-Badris-Fine-Art/8144231601
- Howard University's inspirational vocalist Zimm
- Singer songwriter Sara Fridrich
http://www.sarahfridrich.com/
Songs&Music in Downtown Silver Spring 6/11/08
its "songwriters" night again at Austin Grill and I have one of my favorite friends from The College Perk Open-Mic crowd joining me to warm-up the crowd with his middle-eastern groove rock sound - Ashraf Dawood (solo). There's no cover, so you've got no excuse not to be there!
~sarah
WHAT: Songwriter Night w/Sarah Fridrich
WHERE: Austin Grill, 919 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, 20910
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11th * 9pm - 12am
MAP: austin grill
~sarah
WHAT: Songwriter Night w/Sarah Fridrich
WHERE: Austin Grill, 919 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, 20910
WHEN: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11th * 9pm - 12am
MAP: austin grill
Tonight! @ Austin Grill in Silver Spring!
Can Sarah Fridrich rock without a drummer?
come find out tonight!
WHAT: Sarah Fridrich
WHEN: 10:00pm - 1:00am
WHERE: AUSTIN GRILL, 919 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20910
**NO COVER**
Lots of original music with a bluesy bent. Sarah on piano, guitar and vocals. Dave Cipriani on electric guitar and Sarah Carlisle on upright bass.
come find out tonight!
WHAT: Sarah Fridrich
WHEN: 10:00pm - 1:00am
WHERE: AUSTIN GRILL, 919 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20910
**NO COVER**
Lots of original music with a bluesy bent. Sarah on piano, guitar and vocals. Dave Cipriani on electric guitar and Sarah Carlisle on upright bass.
Success, Community, and Imperfection
More and more, I am learning that, with friends around, I don't have to be "perfect" to be successful...
This past Wednesday night, people from my tango, alumni, spiritual, music, and friends communities came out for the Busboys show and filled the room with great energy and hopeful ears. It was the best show I've had to date! I couldn't have done it without all of these people.
---------THANK YOU!!--------------
~love~
sarah
This past Wednesday night, people from my tango, alumni, spiritual, music, and friends communities came out for the Busboys show and filled the room with great energy and hopeful ears. It was the best show I've had to date! I couldn't have done it without all of these people.
---------THANK YOU!!--------------
~love~
sarah
Busboys & Poets SHOW - This WED 5/21
My first legit show in D.C. is coming up THIS week! I'm very excited to share the night with jazz piano wonder-girl Amy Bormet (www.amykbormet.com). She and I will do a few collaborations during the night, but, mostly, offer to you our best original songs and arrangements in two unique sets. Joining me in the first hour is my Roots/Americana drummer dad Tom Fridrich of The Remnants, my yogi-gorgeous bass player soul-sister Sarah Carlisle, and multi-talented, California-dreamin' lead guitarist Dave Cipriani of Baltimore's popular Satabdi Express.
I hope you can make it!
WHAT:
Sarah Fridrich Band and Amy Bormet LIVE!
WHERE:
Busboys & Poets
2021 14th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009 map
WHEN:
Wednesday, MAY 21
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
COVER:
$10
I hope you can make it!
WHAT:
Sarah Fridrich Band and Amy Bormet LIVE!
WHERE:
Busboys & Poets
2021 14th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009 map
WHEN:
Wednesday, MAY 21
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
COVER:
$10
Show - Wed, May 21 @ Busboys&Poets
I can't wait, I can't wait! ... So, I met with Amy Bormet yesterday at her pad in the Capital Hill neighborhood. After gleefully swapping our favorite cds and tunes (think two eclectic, goofy musicians get together and cheer for every dissonant moment in a pop song written by the likes of mandolin players and cellists with distortion pedals!), we spent some time working out a few songs for our 'surprise' collaboration on Wednesday at Busboys! Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on one's palette), the Busboys & Poets policy on amplified giddiness is limited and neither of us plays the mandolin or cello, so you'll have to do with our sexy-sweet voices and some burning licks from the grand piano. Original push-the-envelope pop (and jazz) songs are guaranteed!
WHEN: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 9pm-11pm
WHERE: Busboys & Poets
2021 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
WHAT: Women Piano Showcase
COVER: $10
Sarah Fridrich / Amy Bormet
WHEN: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TIME: 9pm-11pm
WHERE: Busboys & Poets
2021 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
WHAT: Women Piano Showcase
COVER: $10
Sarah Fridrich / Amy Bormet
New Mailing List
So, I'm going to try this new service FanBridge, for sending email announcements for shows. I am hoping life will be simpler, but so far, i'm up to my ears in widgets!
here's the link to sign-up: mailing list
here's the link to sign-up: mailing list
May 3rd - Pagan Band Jam
Next Saturday I've rounded up the full band for the feature slot at
THE PAGAN BAND JAM
At The College Perk Near The U of MD
9078 Balt Ave College Park MD 20740
This is a benefit concert series supporting the Open Hearth Foundation, a pagan fellowship devoted to community service - 10% of restaurant/bar sales goes to support their projects in the DC area!
THE PAGAN BAND JAM
At The College Perk Near The U of MD
9078 Balt Ave College Park MD 20740
This is a benefit concert series supporting the Open Hearth Foundation, a pagan fellowship devoted to community service - 10% of restaurant/bar sales goes to support their projects in the DC area!
SF duo plays Dtwn Silver Spring 4/23/08
Sarah Fridrich Duo, with Special Guests: The Able Birds
Wednesday, April 23rd
9pm-midnight
*no cover*
Austin Grill
919 Ellsworth Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Thats right! Downtown Silver Spring hosts live music - Austin Grill is the place! A restaurant themed after a town of songwriter fame - Austin, TX - its not the SXSW music conference, but there's still great eats (fresh chips and homemade salsa served at every table), margaritas, and, of course, great *original* live music. The focus will be on good songs and creative instrumentation (check out The Able Birds' opening set - they will put us to shame as they prove that no band is cool who doesn't switch instruments mid-set. Yes! The violin player also plays drums!!)
Wednesday, April 23rd
9pm-midnight
*no cover*
Austin Grill
919 Ellsworth Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Thats right! Downtown Silver Spring hosts live music - Austin Grill is the place! A restaurant themed after a town of songwriter fame - Austin, TX - its not the SXSW music conference, but there's still great eats (fresh chips and homemade salsa served at every table), margaritas, and, of course, great *original* live music. The focus will be on good songs and creative instrumentation (check out The Able Birds' opening set - they will put us to shame as they prove that no band is cool who doesn't switch instruments mid-set. Yes! The violin player also plays drums!!)
FREE all day LIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL 4/19/08
Saturday, April 19, 5:45pm
I'll be doing a short acoustic set at the Crazy Quilt Music Festival in downtown Old Greenbelt, Maryland. Joining me on the indoor stage is baltimore's bass babe Sarah Carlisle.
the festival:
Lots of bands, all day, all FREE!
www.crazyquiltfestival.com
the town:
I'll be doing a short acoustic set at the Crazy Quilt Music Festival in downtown Old Greenbelt, Maryland. Joining me on the indoor stage is baltimore's bass babe Sarah Carlisle.
the festival:
Lots of bands, all day, all FREE!
www.crazyquiltfestival.com
the town:
Old Greenbelt was settled in 1937 as a public cooperative community (one of many public works projects referred to by Woody Guthrie as "an experiment in American socialism"[1]) in the New Deal Era. (quote from wikipedia)
"roses" and "soul" in April Song Contest, be a judge
I've entered my songs "Soul of The Earth" and "Roses on the Ocean" into an online music contest for the month of April.
Check it out:
Fans can sign-up to judge at OurStage.
About Voting
Though you CAN'T go vote a million times for me (a good thing), you CAN judge in a category or channel. I entered my music in the "singer-songwriter" category.
Judging Interface
The judging processes is a blind/random comparing module. 2 different songs pop up and you click on the one you like better, then 2 more songs pop up randomly. You can keep going for as long as your ears can take it.
So far, I've found no strings attached. It claims to be a grassroots thingy.
-sarah
Check it out:
Fans can sign-up to judge at OurStage.
About Voting
Though you CAN'T go vote a million times for me (a good thing), you CAN judge in a category or channel. I entered my music in the "singer-songwriter" category.
Judging Interface
The judging processes is a blind/random comparing module. 2 different songs pop up and you click on the one you like better, then 2 more songs pop up randomly. You can keep going for as long as your ears can take it.
So far, I've found no strings attached. It claims to be a grassroots thingy.
-sarah
Saturday, April 12th @ 49 West in Annapolis, MD
Sarah Fridrich Band @ 49 West Cafe
49 West Winebar and Coffeehouse
TIME: 8:00
LOCATION: 49 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Cover: $8
RESERVATIONS: recommended
49 West Winebar and Coffeehouse
TIME: 8:00
LOCATION: 49 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Cover: $8
RESERVATIONS: recommended
The Sixtyone - a worthwhile community?
Hey, Everyone, check out The Sixty One and tell me what you think about this online music community that empowers fans to make someone popular (so they claim).
http://www.thesixtyone.com/#/sarahfridrich/
http://www.thesixtyone.com/#/sarahfridrich/
Friday, April 4, 2008 - SAW Showcase - Wisconsin Avenue
SAW Showcase / St. John's Episcopal Church
SAW Presents a showcase of promising local singer-songwriters
7:30pm
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase (Bethesda) MD
LOCATION:
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
(METRO-RED line: Friendship Heights or Bethesda)
Oneness School's auditorium is located on the grounds of St. John's Episcopal Church - next to Pier One, Across from Staples, Diagonal From the Fire Station. Entrance is on West St. (REAR of the Building).
TIME:
7:30-10:30pm
WHO:
Alexinder Gunn
Alex Culbreth
Alexe Colbus
PS24
Sarah Fridrich
Dan Cohn
Matt Denesnera
$$: Suggested Donation is $10
SAW Presents a showcase of promising local singer-songwriters
7:30pm
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase (Bethesda) MD
LOCATION:
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
(METRO-RED line: Friendship Heights or Bethesda)
Oneness School's auditorium is located on the grounds of St. John's Episcopal Church - next to Pier One, Across from Staples, Diagonal From the Fire Station. Entrance is on West St. (REAR of the Building).
TIME:
7:30-10:30pm
WHO:
Alexinder Gunn
Alex Culbreth
Alexe Colbus
PS24
Sarah Fridrich
Dan Cohn
Matt Denesnera
$$: Suggested Donation is $10
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